Spilling the Broadway Tea
Musical theatre analysis and discussion from two unlikely friends and collaborators. Ian, a college student actor and writer, and Kaleigh, a 30-something teacher and director, tackle a different show, composer, or musical-related topic each episode. Since we are "spilling the tea", expect spoilers.
Spilling the Broadway Tea
You Can't Stop the Tea: "Hairspray"
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Ian Bonin and Kaleigh Lay
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Season 1
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Episode 6
Ian, Kaleigh, and special guest Hollie discuss the history and many different versions of Hairspray by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, based on the classic John Waters film. They analyze the music, their favorite actors in each of the roles, and what is so appealing about this modern musical hit.